Why Do Devotees Flock to the Temple at Charminar on Diwali?

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Key Takeaways
- Devotees flocked to the Bhagyalakshmi Temple for blessings.
- Political leaders participated in the celebrations.
- The temple was beautifully decorated for Diwali.
- Security measures were heightened to ensure safety.
- Community spirit and local product support were emphasized.
Hyderabad, Oct 20 (NationPress) A significant gathering of devotees, including various political party leaders, converged at the Bhagyalakshmi Temple adjacent to the historic Charminar to seek divine blessings during the auspicious occasion of Diwali.
Among the notable figures were BJP MP K. Laxman, Telangana BJP President Ramchander Rao, BRS leader and former minister T. Harish Rao, and MLA D. Nagender, all of whom participated in prayers at the temple.
The temple was beautifully adorned for the festival, attracting visitors from across the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad who came to receive darshan.
Authorities implemented extensive security measures around the temple to ensure safety.
Laxman expressed his prayers for the nation's development and prosperity, urging citizens to support local products as encouraged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Ramchander Rao remarked that the recent reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) has allowed citizens to truly celebrate Diwali.
“Diwali symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. It commemorates the day when Rama established Ramarajya,” he stated.
T. Harish Rao extended his Diwali greetings, sharing his prayers for the happiness and prosperity of the people. He praised Hyderabad as a beacon of religious unity and expressed his hopes for the city’s further development.
The former minister criticized the Congress administration for failing to maintain law and order. He took aim at Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who oversees the Home portfolio.
Harish Rao claimed that police personnel lack adequate protection under Congress rule, citing an incident in Nizamabad where a police constable was fatally stabbed by a habitual offender. He urged the government to provide full support to the family of the fallen officer.